The art of photographic lighting
Subtitle: understanding the art and craft of using light in photography
By: Eib Eibelshaeuser
Edition: 1st ed.
Publisher: Rocky Nook; Distributed by O'Reilly Media
Published: 2011
Place of publication: Santa Barbara, CA; Sebastopol, CA
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9781933952758
Subjects: PHOTOGRAPHY / Reference; Photography; PHOTOGRAPHY / General; PHOTOGRAPHY / Techniques / Digital (see also COMPUTERS / Digital Media / Photography); Lighting; PHOTOGRAPHY / Techniques / General; PHOTOGRAPHY / Techniques / Equipment; PHOTOGRAPHY / Techniques / Lighting
Work titles: Fotografische Lichtgestaltung
Description: "It is essential that every photographer who is serious about their craft have a firm understanding of the properties of light, because light is more than just illumination. In this book you will learn how light and shadow can be used to compose photographs. Example images and diagrams illustrate lighting concepts and demonstrate how different sources of light affect a subject. Photographers of all levels are bound to improve their skills and cultivate a new appreciation for light design as they discover how to successfully use a variety of lighting tools. Topics include: - Use of light in classic paintings - Perception and design principles - Light sources and shadow design - Directional lighting - Lighting design principles - History of photographic lighting design - Post-exposure techniques"--
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.